Easter Peanut Butter Eggs
Delight in these creamy, sweet Easter Peanut Butter Eggs—an easy no-bake treat perfect for holiday celebrations and peanut butter lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small egg shapes about 1-2 inches long and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze the peanut butter eggs for 30 minutes or until firm.
- Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Using a fork or skewer, dip each peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, fully coating it, then return to parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the coated eggs for at least 1 hour or until chocolate is set.
- Serve chilled or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle with crushed peanuts before the chocolate sets.